Southeastern Colleges for a 1170 on the SAT

What Southeastern colleges accept a 1170 SAT score?

These Southeastern colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1170 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 192 Southeastern colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1170 SAT score. However, it's crucial to remember that a good SAT score is not the sole criterion for admission. In fact, may colleges are now test optional. It's equally significant to maintain a Grade Point Average (GPA) that aligns with the college's expectations for incoming students. The creation of this list is rooted in a comprehensive analysis of SAT scores from students admitted to all Southeastern colleges

Is a 1170 SAT good?

Yes, a score of 1170 is a good score. It situates you in the top 71st percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your above average performance in answering questions in the Math and Evidence-Based Reading & Writing sections of the exam. The SAT is scored out of a maximum of 1600 and a minimum of 400, meaning your 1170 score represents 73% of the total possible points. If a 1170 does not meet the requirements of your preferred college, you might want to consider enrolling in a test prep course to potentially enhance your score.

Demographic comparisons for a 1170

Let's examine how a 1170 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1170 is 103 points (10%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1170 is 116 points (11%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1170 is 58 points (5%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1170 is 236 points (25%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1170 is 203 points (21%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1170 is 69 points (6%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1170 is 220 points (23%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1170 is 243 points (26%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1170 is 54 points (5%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1170 is 110 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1170 SAT score?

A 1170 on the SAT translates to a 24 on the ACT according to the concordance provided by the College Board and ACT. It's important to note that not all colleges disclose admission data for both the SAT and ACT. As such, we recommend checking our listings for each test to identify schools with similar academic profiles.

What percentile is a 1170 SAT score?

Scoring a 1170 on the SAT places you in the 71st percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 71% of all test takers. To put this in perspective, about 1.7 million students sit for the SAT each year. Thus, with your score, you've outperformed about 1,207,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 493,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 192 colleges where your 1170 SAT score is within the typical range of past accepted students. You have a chance at being accepted but admission may be challenging at more selective colleges. Hint: Filter by admission chance for 660 target schools (good chance), 87 reach (harder) schools and 645 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Huntingdon College
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Montgomery, AL

Huntingdon College

Private 4 Year

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1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 817enrollment
  • $23,662net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1180SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.43Avg GPA
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Admission Chance77%

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Goucher College
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Baltimore, MD

Goucher College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Maryland

  • 1,727enrollment
  • $30,945net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1113-1328SAT range
  • 26-33ACT range
  • 3.23Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance75%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Southern Polytechnic State University
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Marietta, Georgia
 

Southern Polytechnic State University

Public 4 Year

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1210 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 5,784enrollment
  • $10,562net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1300SAT range
  • 22-26ACT range
  • 3.45Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance75%

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Converse College
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Spartanburg, SC

Converse College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in South Carolina

  • 1,284enrollment
  • $19,653net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1235SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.89Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance62%

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The University of Tennessee Martin
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Martin, TN
 

The University of Tennessee Martin

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 6,868enrollment
  • $12,619net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1240SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance90%

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University of Arkansas at Little Rock
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Little Rock, AR

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

 

#2 Best Public Universities in Arkansas

  • 8,197enrollment
  • $11,173net price
  • 61%acceptance rate
  • 970-1220SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance70%

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Eastern Mennonite University
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Harrisonburg, VA

Eastern Mennonite University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1320 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 1,334enrollment
  • $23,783net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1590SAT range
  • 25-34ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
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Admission Chance99%

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Salem College
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Winston Salem, NC

Salem College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 469enrollment
  • $18,354net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1053-1200SAT range
  • 17-21ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
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Admission Chance91%

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Sweet Briar College
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Sweet Briar, VA
 

Sweet Briar College

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 460enrollment
  • $28,408net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1360SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
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Admission Chance75%

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Wesleyan College
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Macon, GA
 

Wesleyan College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 660enrollment
  • $13,900net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1033-1210SAT range
  • 22-25ACT range
  • 3.28Avg GPA
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Admission Chance74%

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Trevecca Nazarene University
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Nashville, TN

Trevecca Nazarene University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 3,327enrollment
  • $16,080net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1250SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.43Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance75%

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Ouachita Baptist University
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Arkadelphia, AR

Ouachita Baptist University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Arkansas

  • 1,784enrollment
  • $21,677net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1200SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA
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Admission Chance80%

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Belhaven University
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Jackson, MS
 

Belhaven University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Mississippi

  • 3,627enrollment
  • $19,794net price
  • 43%acceptance rate
  • 980-1200SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance55%

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Lyon College
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Batesville, AR

Lyon College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 496enrollment
  • $25,545net price
  • 60%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1195SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.0Avg GPA
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Admission Chance70%

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Milligan College
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Milligan College, Tennessee

Milligan College

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 1,208enrollment
  • $17,371net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1270SAT range
  • 22-26ACT range
  • 3.4Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance70%

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Rust College
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HBCU
Holly Springs, MS

Rust College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

890 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 755enrollment
  • $8,151net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 440-1339SAT range
  • 17-18ACT range
  • 2.66Avg GPA
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Admission Chance85%

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William Carey University
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Hattiesburg, MS

William Carey University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

 

#1 Best Private Colleges in Mississippi

  • 5,662enrollment
  • $15,271net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1320SAT range
  • 20-29ACT range
  • 3.46Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance52%

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Asbury University
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Wilmore, KY

Asbury University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Kentucky

  • 1,650enrollment
  • $21,506net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1320SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
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Admission Chance76%

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